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Joe, Seb and Andy help Fantasy Premier League (FPL) managers prepare for Gameweek 32 and beyond.

FPL managers can breathe a sigh of relief this time around in a rare Gameweek without a double or blank fixture to trouble them.

However, there is no shortage of tough problems ahead. This includes how to deploy remaining chips and make transfers given the new fixtures announced on Monday for later in the season.

In a perfectly timed move, for the Scoutcasters at least, the Premier League has confirmed a raft of dates for rescheduled games, with enticing doubles ahead for Gameweeks 36 and 37.

This latest episode looks at each team’s prospects for our attention before the season concludes, offering advice on the best time to use chips along the way.

Even without chips, investment in Leicester City, Chelsea and Manchester City assets could make or break many FPL managers’ campaigns.

Among major issues ahead is whether Liverpool talisman Mohamed Salah (£13.3m), who has struggled to find the net in open play in recent weeks, makes way. Could FPL managers prosper by removing such an explosive asset and replace him with other premium gems? Or is it a risk too far?

Elsewhere, Joe is preparing his trolley for some bargain basement shopping ahead of his Bench Boost in Gameweek 33. But, is Manchester United’s Fred (£4.9m) really the best he can find?

Attacking defenders are also discussed, as are the latest trials and tribulations of the community team that the Scoutcast crew are managing on behalf of a top manager.

There’s also time for some quick-fire questions during another lengthy episode, where even two hours doesn’t seem long enough to tackle all the challenges facing FPL managers in this tricky season.

Finally, team reveals and captaincy calls round off the show, which was streamed on Tuesday 5 April.

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  1. Ask Yourself
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Need something huge from Weghorst. Surely if it’s ever going to happen it’s got to happen against the worst team around right now?

    1. Drexl Spivey
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      I bloody hope so. I'd had an absolute 'mare the last few GWs.

      1. Ask Yourself
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Been very stagnant for a little while it’s getting boring I always hate the end of the season

    2. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      next week will be your week

      1. Ask Yourself
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Yeah aswell

    3. tokara
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      might not even start

      1. Ask Yourself
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        F off hahahaha

        1. tokara
          • 11 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          got u there lol

          good luck!

          1. Ask Yourself
            • 9 Years
            4 years, 4 days ago

            Cheers 🙂 u too x

    4. Bubz
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      I am not confident

      1. Ask Yourself
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Yeah but there’s no fun in having low expectations otherwise I won’t waste my Wednesday night watching Burnley vs Everton ffs

        1. Mr. O'Connell
          • 13 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          I mean you could watch Chelsea Real Madrid instead. Should be a better game.

  2. Atimis
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Thoughts on Salah to Bruno for next 2 GWs?

    1. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      lets do it, worst case scenario, rank will get doubled...

      1. dshv
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Hahahahha true

    2. NielsvanDelft
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Yeah why not. Bruno loves taking shots, and Pickford is horrible in keeping shots out. Followed by a double, let's have it!

    3. SpaceCadet
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      No brainer

  3. Lord of Ings
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Bottomed last page
    Ramsdale
    Doherty James Rudiger Cancelo
    Barnes Saka Raphinha son
    Kane Weghorst
    Dubravka Coutinho Broja* Tierney*
    2.3M ITB, 1 FT.
    G2G? Should I roll the transfer?

    1. Lord of Ings
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Anyone?

    2. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      yep, good enough to roll

    3. Bobby Crush
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      I'd move Tierney.
      He is done, and you will have other moves next week.

      1. Lord of Ings
        • 10 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        I think I will move him on next week anyway but just not sure for whom yet.
        I’m looking to get 2 of Maddison/Sancho/Bruno and I can adjust accordingly next week
        This week no standout option to replace Tierney that’s the issue.
        I would love a punt on castagne but with Justin pereira albrighton back it’s tough to go there.

        1. Bobby Crush
          • 11 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          Yes, it was perhaps easier for me as I didn't have Doherty.
          I held off Justin for the reasons you list.

          1. Lord of Ings
            • 10 Years
            4 years, 4 days ago

            Yup.
            Any changes to the starting XI I have right now? Or would you roll as well? 2 FTs could come in handy next week

            1. Bobby Crush
              • 11 Years
              4 years, 4 days ago

              You aren't FH then I guess.
              Looks good.

    4. Malaikat Jihad
      • 15 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Get of Tierney if you risk losing cash.

  4. NielsvanDelft
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    1ft, 2.2M ITB. Do Ramsey to Maddison this week or roll and do next week?
    Or are there any other suggestions for this team?

    Ramsdale
    TAA - Robbo - Rudi - Cancelo - Doherty
    Barnes - Martinelli - Saka - Son (Ramsey)
    Kane (Broja - Jimmy)

    1. tokara
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      i would roll. u can play 5 defenders

  5. drughi
    • 16 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Best Tierney replacement ?

    A. Laporte
    B. Schär
    C. Rudiger/james

    1. NielsvanDelft
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Longer term Laporte, short term Schär.

    2. OPTA FPL
      • 14 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      James

    3. Bubz
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      James

    4. drughi
      • 16 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      bit worried about james game time with all the cups and such

      1. OPTA FPL
        • 14 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        You have sub

        1. drughi
          • 16 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          james often comes on though, thats the problem

    5. Bobby Crush
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      I'd get Laporte.

  6. Eastman
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    I have 2 free hits and a bb.
    Does it make sense to fh 33 and 36 and build to bb in 37 when cheap options like Mateta and Ramsey have good fixtures.

    1. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Remember, you will have only 4FTs to build a bench for 37 with FH33 and FH36

      1. Eastman
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Thanks that's a good point. I hadn't thought of that. I do have 2 ft's this week and already have Ramsey who has a double. Any ideas this week:

        Dubr Ramsdale
        TAA Doherty Rudi Cancello Kilman
        Salah Mount Raphinha Saka Ramsey
        Broja Kane Toney

        1. Holmes
          • 12 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          With FH33 in mind, you have to use both FTs this week, otherwise it will be a waste.

          Planning to use Ramsdale-Dubravka in 37?

          In defense, Kilman is an issue. So I would use 1FT there.

          Midfield is probably fine with Raphinha being an issue, can be sorted in 34.

          Toney has got decent fixtures to end the season. Broja has gametime issues. so I would use 2nd FT here.

          So my recommended moves would be Broja to Mateta and Kilman to Cash/Mitchell.

          1. Bojam
            • 8 Years
            4 years, 4 days ago

            Solid advice ^

          2. Eastman
            • 8 Years
            4 years, 4 days ago

            Thank you so much for this reply Holmes. Think it corroborates some of my thinking.

  7. OPTA FPL
    • 14 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Play Robertson or Dennis?

    1. Ask Yourself
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Will Hodgson play Dennis? Even if he did I’d still vote Robbo

      1. OPTA FPL
        • 14 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Dennis just restes last week i think

        1. Ask Yourself
          • 9 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          Yeah and joao Pedro didn’t particularly set the world alight in his absence I suppose

        2. JBG
          • 7 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          You think it will be Dennis-Cucho-Sarr?

    2. Bobby Crush
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Tough - Robbo is in good form, but City will score.

  8. TanN
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    I think taking Salah out might be worth it this week, I'm thinking the following:

    For GW32: Salah --> KDB
    For GW33: KDB --> Bruno

    Then I'll probably WC/ see what form Salah is in as to whether I need him back

    1. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Bruno vs Everton is probably better than Kevin vs Liverpool

      1. DavvaMC
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Agreed.

      2. TanN
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        understood, i just assumed with the form KDB is in would make him a better choice than Bruno who is in a struggling united team although have an easier fixture?

  9. Simon69
    • 13 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Play TAA over Adams yeah? Wouldn't even be a question but Chelsea's capitulation vs Brentford has me wonderin'

    Ramsdale

    Doherty - TAA - Rudiger - White

    Salah - Kulusevski - Maddison - Saka - Raphinha

    Kane (c)

    Subs: Dubravka - Matip - Adams - Broja

    1. Bojam
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      I’m wondering whether the bench TAA and play Toney (vs WHU) this week. Have Adams too but can’t see him hauling vs Chelsea tbh. Expect a reaction after the Brentford result.

  10. Bojam
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Line-up for GW32:

    Ramsdale
    Rudiger, Doherty, White
    KDB, Jota, Maddison, Saka, Kulu
    (K)ane

    Play TAA in 4-5-1
    Or Toney in 3-5-2?

    Other subs: Dubravka, Laporte, Adams

    Don’t think Pool will keep a clean sheet. Is Trent (vs MCI) or Toney (vs WHU) more likely to get attacking returns this week?

    Cheers!

    1. sirmorbach
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      That is a good question, and, at first glance, Toney seems more likely to score than Trent to keep a clean sheet.

      That being said... it's Trent. I'd probably play him and bench Toney.

      Good luck!

    2. Holmes
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Risky to bench Trent but I would probably roll with Toney vs tired WHM legs.

      However, I would start Trent over Jota/White.

      1. Bojam
        • 8 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Interesting, thanks man. Fancy Jota to return. But TAA over White is a good call.

    3. Bobby Crush
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Trent is just too good.

  11. sirmorbach
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Lloris
    TAA, Robbo, Cancelo, Rüdiger
    Salah, Raphinha, Saka, Kulusevski
    Kane, Weghorst

    Foster, Cash, Broja, Gordon

    Roll ft, lads?

    1. Bojam
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Can’t see anything very pressing there. Roll it.

      1. sirmorbach
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Many thanks, mate

        1. Bojam
          • 8 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          No probs. Can you help me out (post above)? Ta

  12. drughi
    • 16 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Is saka a must for the double in gw 33 ?

    1. _Make
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Reckon so

  13. Tango74
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Why are people WC34 not 35 for BB36?

    1. _Make
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      One of the main reasons was fixture swings, and one of the main fixture swings was Chelsea. However, Chelsea are not looking very attractive for two reasons (form, and priorities => rotation) so I don't think 34 over 35 is as much of a big deal now.

      I think it comes down to two minor decisions:

      34 lets you get City players earlier
      35 gives you a week's extra protection from transfers in being derailed by injuries

      1. Tango74
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Thank you, I rather leave till week before . And also rotation risk

  14. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Which option:

    A) James + Martinelli
    B) White + Maddison

    1. Bojam
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Problem with A is that James’ PL mins are likely to be managed with CL fixtures to play and recent return from injury. And Martinelli may have lost his starting place to ESR. Definitely a higher upside but risky IMO.

      Arsenal’s defence - bar the aberration vs Palace - has been solid. And Maddison is on form, though also a possible rotation risk with European games.

      I’d go B I think unless you’re feeling very bold.

      1. DARK SIDE OF THE LOON
        • 9 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Not feeling bold at all. Thanks a lot!

    2. Lord of Ings
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      A is risky but the upside is massive
      B is boring but will get you steady points.
      Depends on your risk appetite in the end.

  15. ShaunGoater123
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Afternoon all,

    Those with FH & BB left, what are you thinking for weeks to play them?

    1. melvinmbabazi
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 12 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      FH33 BB36

    2. JariL
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      I also have a WC, so I'm thinking WC35, BB36, FH37.

  16. Fpl_Ludwig
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 4 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Of course this can change as time goes on, but thoughts on my current transfer plans until GW36?

    GW32 (1FT, 0 ITB before transfers): Thomas and Salah —> Justin and Fernandes

    GW33: Ait nouri, Richarlison —> Schär, Saint-max

    GW34:Fernandes, Sa —> Salah, Schmeichel (Have to take out Sa so i can get Salah back, or else 0.1 short)

    GW35: Roll

    GW36: Mahrez, Saint-max —> Coutinho, Dcl

  17. melvinmbabazi
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 12 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Thoughts on what to do this week?
    1FT 3.4 ITB

    Ramsdale
    James Robertson Rudiger Cancelo
    Salah Saka Martinelli Barnes
    Kane Weghorst

    Dubravka Kilman Ramsey *Broja

    Thanks

    1. Lord of Ings
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Roll

    2. Ëð
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      I'd hold that, nice team

    3. Branch Warren
      • 4 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Mad team

  18. ShaunGoater123
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 11 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Ramsdale
    Cancelo / Rudiger / Doherty
    Coutinho / Salah / Raphinha / Saka / Kulsevski
    Kane / Wood

    Dubravka / White / TAA / Broja

    Already have 2 FT's so need to make one this week. Thinking Coutinho out for Maddison and then use 2 next week to BB?

    1. Bojam
      • 8 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      TAA’s attacking output is higher than Cancelo’s. You’re playing Salah so expecting/hoping for Liverpool to score goals. So why play Cancelo over TAA? I’d definitely play Trent.

      Coutinho -> Maddison is a sensible move I think.

      1. ShaunGoater123
        • Fantasy Football Scout Member
        • 11 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        good point. definitely something to consider.

        Alternative is Coutinho down to brownhill (purely as he doubles and is cheap) and play both TAA & Cancelo. then next week have cash in the bank for United midfielder for the double

    2. Ëð
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Looks a good move

  19. Sun God Nika
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Bench Toney or Minus 4 and get Doherty?

    1. Sun God Nika
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Play Toney sorry*

      1. JariL
        • 11 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Play Toney for sure.

        1. Sun God Nika
          • 5 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          cheers pal

    2. Bobby Crush
      • 11 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Play him

    3. Ëð
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Toney

  20. Ëð
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Is Foden -> Maddison the best move here to prepare for DGW33? 1FT, £3.3m ITB.

    Sanchez, Foster
    Robertson, Cancelo, James, Livramento, Dalot
    Salah, Son, Kulu, Foden, Martinelli
    Weg, Broja, Dennis

  21. Bavarian
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    My plan is as follows, any thoughts appreciated...
    GW33 : Coutinho-Coady > Barnes-Laporte (For free)
    GW34: WC
    GW35: 1FT
    GW36: BB
    GW37: FH

    Ramsdale-Guaita
    TAA-Cancelo-Doherty-White-Coady
    Salah-Kulusevski-Saka-Maddison-Coutinho
    Kane-Weghorst-King

  22. Lord of Ings
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Would you start:-
    A) Raphinha
    B)Martinelli

    1. TanN
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      B

  23. TanN
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    How does this sound?

    Salah --> Bruno
    Ait-Nouri --> Cancelo
    Sa --> Schmeichel

    -8

    will likely WC in 34

  24. FantasyClub
    • 5 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    So this is the plan...Salah ➡️ Bruno for next GW, if Bruno has a shocker against EVE, Bruno ➡️ KDB, however, if Bruno returns hold for double?

    1. No Kane No Gain
      • 7 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      If Bruno has a shocker. Can you really sell before a double when the first is Norwich at home?!

      Norwich might have to go for it to stay up or have a chance so it might be an open game.

      1. FantasyClub
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Yeah that NOR game is definitely enticing but I’m sick of getting sucked into the doubles over better single GW options. I’m not optimistic about Bruno let alone Utd. Whereas KDB is on another level and they’re fighting for the league

        1. No Kane No Gain
          • 7 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          Agreed but I think if you get Bruno it has to be for the next 2 gameweeks otherwise don’t go there.

          Last few Everton home games have been tight, they nearly 0-0 city, the rest have been clean sheets or just 1 goal conceded in the last few home games for Everton. So getting Bruno for this gameweek alone seems risky.

          1. FantasyClub
            • 5 Years
            4 years, 4 days ago

            Good point, I’ll have to have a think, was so close to to doing Salah to KDB last GW but herd mentality got me

            1. No Kane No Gain
              • 7 Years
              4 years, 4 days ago

              Also. A KDB rest has to happen somewhere with a fixture every 3/4 days

          2. FantasyClub
            • 5 Years
            4 years, 4 days ago

            Do you think Sancho is a better option than Bruno?

            1. No Kane No Gain
              • 7 Years
              4 years, 4 days ago

              Bruno way better. Even when he doesn’t play we, he can jam points. Sancho needs to play well for points

      2. FantasyClub
        • 5 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        BTW i still have my 2 FH, going to use in 36 & 37

        1. No Kane No Gain
          • 7 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          You can’t use FHs on consecutive weeks

  25. No Kane No Gain
    • 7 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Is James -4 too risky?! I’m looking for the perfect Tierney replacement.

    Next in line is Schar. I have Schemeichel so not too keen on Justin and I feel he will be rotated with Leicester heavy schedule.

    1. FantasyClub
      • 5 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Schar is definitely a target of mine as a RAN replacement. I would say yes to the -4 James transfer but CHE next 3 games aren’t exactly easy. I’d probably still do it though, it’s scary not owning James

      1. No Kane No Gain
        • 7 Years
        4 years, 4 days ago

        Even if he plays 70+ mins tonight, you say yes to James?!

        1. FantasyClub
          • 5 Years
          4 years, 4 days ago

          I think so, every time I don’t own him he hauls, you’re going to want him for the rest of the season anyway and Tierneys out

  26. Bobby Digital
    • 8 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Roll transfer?

    Foster
    TAA Burn White Roberts Doherty
    Salah Son Willock
    Kane Weghorst

    Forster JWP Ramsey Broja

    2.4m itb, 1FT, BB and FH left

    1. Max City
      • 9 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      I would

  27. Max City
    • 9 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    If you were wildcarding, which one is the better:
    A) Salah Lacazette Kulu
    B) KDB Son Mateta

    1. AC/DC AFC
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      B

  28. AC/DC AFC
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 10 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Sums it up nicely.

    The way Burnley and Everton have been playing I can’t see either of them scoring tonight, but I am expecting them both to concede.

    https://twitter.com/FPL_Partridge/status/1511610044768571396?t=kJNtUoegIUClvDMYCD2_Ww&s=19

    1. Jock Grealish
      • 4 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      1-1 imo

  29. The Reptile
    • Fantasy Football Scout Member
    • 14 Years
    4 years, 4 days ago

    Sorry I know this Q has been asked many times but : If I go into GW33 with 2FT and FH, will I have 2FT in GW34?

    1. AC/DC AFC
      • Fantasy Football Scout Member
      • 10 Years
      4 years, 4 days ago

      Only if you don't play your FH.

      Or 2 transfers. 1 will become 2 again.

      A FH becomes 1.